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Pathways Academy

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WELCOME TO PATHWAYS ACADEMY

PLEASE EXCUSE - OUR SITE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION (Below button is for New Applicants only)

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Pathways Academy

Pathways Academy is a statewide K-12 STEM-H educational and community engagement program with the ultimate goal of diversifying the healthcare workforce. Our program is under the UAMS Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, where our goal is to improve the health, health care and well-being of Arkansans while promoting and supporting all cultures. Please take a moment to review our site to determine the best way to foster your scholar’s future!

The UAMS Pathways Academy is funded by Division of Workforce Services. By leveraging internal and external partnerships, Pathways Academy has the ability to provide holistic and impactful programs for scholars and advocates.

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Pathways Academy Partners

Internal Partners: External Partners:
•       Cancer Institute
•       College of Health Professions
•       College of Pharmacy
•       College of Public Health
•       Culinary Medicine
•       Psychiatric Research Institute
•       Regional Programs
•       Translational Research        
•       AR Food Bank
•       AR Career Pathways Initiative
•       Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central AR
•       U of A Cooperative Extension Services
•       USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services
•       USHER’s New Look Foundation

Greetings from the UAMS Pathways Academy Team

We would like to introduce Pathways Academy to all interested in pressing towards a ground-breaking statewide opportunity to experience a multi-disciplinary approach in teaching and learning Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Health Science. It is our resolve that Pathways Academy provide our scholars with experiences that encourage and catapult them into careers where passion and purpose prevail. Pathways Academy teachers are licensed, experienced and intentional professionals that prepare our scholars with hands-on, real-world and interactive experiences that leads to dynamic professionals!

Please keep visiting our website in an effort to familiarize yourself with the great pursuits of our current scholars as they continue to enjoy the fruits of their labor throughout the academic school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to see what your scholar can be a part of this coming summer!

The application will be made available in January 2023 for our Summer Intensive Program taking place this coming June.

Have a stupendous school year!

UAMS Pathways Program Information

Junior STEM Academy (K-5th grade) This program is designed to immerse our young scholars in a world of science that focuses on health (STEM-H) while incorporating technology, engineering, and mathematics. The Academy uses a combination of effective teaching pedagogies to design a culturally responsive and holistic curriculum. In addition to STEM-H, we integrate concepts relating to mental health/wellness such as cyber-bulling or emotional intelligence.

Senior STEM Academy (6th -8th grade) Scholars are immersed in a world of science that focuses on health (STEM-H) while incorporating technology, engineering, and mathematics. Summer intensive uses a combination of effective teaching pedagogies to design a culturally responsive and holistic curriculum. Scholars will participate in Argumentative Inquiry Labs, Community Science Academy, and Project Based learning while being exposed to STEM-Health Careers.

RAMP-UP (9th-12th grade) A year long program that facilitates a successful academic pipeline for scholars who have strong interests in healthcare professions. This academy was created to ensure a smooth transition from secondary education to collegiate academics. It provides scholars the opportunities for growth and development in Medical Professions/STEM careers by utilizing hands on experience, engaging in research, community science and engineering activities, ACT Prep, and interacting with STEM-Health Professionals.

Student Athlete STEM Academy (SASA Grades 9-12) A program designed to facilitate collaborative efforts of medical professions and athletic scholars. This program will allow for scholars who have strong interests in healthcare professions and athletics to be able to do both. The program is a springboard for athletic scholars who would not ordinarily have opportunities for growth and development to pursue Medical Professions/STEM careers.

Pathways Academy Expectation Goals

  • Enhance educational opportunities for underrepresented and low-income students.
  • Close the education achievement gap for program participants.
  • Improve critical thinking skills and creativity.
  • Intensify exposure to cutting edge, biomedical, public health research, translational research.
  • Provide preparation for successful application to and matriculation in schools emphasizing careers in the health professions.
  • Provide mentorship and coaching to guide students in their career path and life journey.

Pathways Academy Curriculum

Utilizing a theme-based curriculum allows our scholars to experience a variety of real-life topics which makes learning fun and challenging. Research suggests that learning is a process of integration. When scholars see how facts and ideas connect with other subjects it adds meaning to the curriculum. This not only helps students understand what and why they are learning, but also to attach ideas and skills to specific contexts.

Pathways Academy 2023 Summer Camps

Pathways Academy Site Pathways Academy ProgramIntensive Camp Dates
Little RockJunior Stem Academy (K-5th)
Senior STEM Academy (6th-8th)
RAMP-UP (9th-12th)
Student Athlete STEM Academy (9th-12th)
July 10 – 24, 2023, 7:30 – 4:00
July 10 – 24, 2023, 7:30 – 4:00
June 19-30, 2023, 9:00 – 3:00
TBD 2023
Pine Bluff Senior STEM Academy (6th-8th)
RAMP-UP (9th-12th)
TBD 2023
June 12-23, 2023, TDB
Hot Springs Junior Stem Academy (K-5th) June 5- 16, 2023, 7:30 -3:30
Springdale Junior Stem Academy (K-5th) June 5- 16, 2023, 7:30 – 3:30
Jonesboro RAMP-UP (9th-12th) TBD 2023
New sites will be added Soon for the Summer Intensive Camps!

El Dorado/Camden: Junior STEM (K-5th)

Helena/West Helena: Junior STEM (K-5th)

Texarkana/Arkadelphia: Junior STEM K-5th

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